intake
Pronunciation
/ˈɪnˌteɪk/

Definition & Meaning of "intake"in English

Intake
01

the process of taking food into the body through the mouth (as by eating)

Grammatical Information
Animacy status
Abstract
Composition
Compound
Uncountable
Plural form
intakes
02

the act of inhaling; the drawing in of air (or other gases) as in breathing

03

an opening through which fluid is admitted to a tube or container

04

the group of individuals admitted to a program or institution during a specific period

What is "intake"?

Intake refers to the group of individuals who are admitted to a program, course, or institution during a particular time frame, such as a semester or academic year. It represents the new batch of students who start their studies or training during that specific period. The intake can vary in size and may be a key factor in planning for resources, staff, and facilities needed to support the new group of learners.

Examples
The university had a large intake of freshmen this year, resulting in crowded dormitories.
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